Gardner-Webb students benefit from small classes with an average 13-to-1 student-faculty ratio, individualized instruction, and professors who are committed to helping foster personal and professional success.

Originally founded in 1905 as Boiling Springs High School, Gardner-Webb has steadily grown its academic programs, student body, physical campus, and community relationships to become a nationally-recognized leader in Christian higher education.

Gardner-Webb University is committed to the education of the whole person and considers the student’s activities outside the classroom to be as important as inside the classroom. We encourage student involvement in a variety of activities.

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Home to the Runnin' Bulldogs, Gardner-Webb gives student-athletes a complete college experience with an emphasis on academic enrichment and an opportunity to compete in one of 22 NCAA Division I sports.

Spiritual formation plays an integral role at Gardner-Webb University. Student-led worship services are offered each week, while the Dimensions program offers attendees opportunities for spiritual growth as part of the required curriculum.

Gardner-Webb stands on the threshold of our next great chapter, one your generosity will help write. Together we will propel the University toward an exciting future as one of the nation’s preeminent Christian universities.

July 2019

Greetings GWU Parents and Families!

I hope you are enjoying creating memories this summer! The semester will begin soon. Rest and relaxation can be beneficial to jump start a new and exciting semester!

My name is Jackie Leach and I am the Director of Diversity and Intercultural initiatives. I love this position as it allows me to educate and celebrate the many unique qualities that make up the student body! Gardner-Webb has over 20 countries represented. Beyond that, we have an amazing group of students with many different backgrounds.

At Gardner-Webb, we want our students to grow in knowledge, in spirit, and as individuals. Diversity helps to promote growth of our students in all of these areas. We learn from those whose experiences differ from our own, which shows that diversity enriches the learning experience. We are pushed to grow personally and spiritually when we challenge our preconceived notions of individuals based on stereotypes. We learn communication skills and develop critical thinking when we are around individuals from varying backgrounds. Being among diverse populations strengthens the preparedness of our students as they enter the real world.

At Gardner-Webb we want our students to flourish in order to spread our mission: “Pro Deo et Humanitate – For God and Humanity”.